A prestressed concrete cylinder pipe (PCCP) is created with a complex composition of concrete core, welded steel cylinder, prestressed steel wire, protective mortar and anti-corrosion coating.Due to the economy and complexity of structural prototype tests, the ultimate loading test on PCCP is rarely conducted.In this paper, the three-edge bearing t
Twiddler syndrome is a form of pacemaker lead dislocation caused by the coiling of the pacemaker leads due to pulse generator rotation on its long axis.Similar to Twiddler syndrome, Reel syndrome occurs Snowflake Embroidery Ornament Set due to rotation of the pulse generator on its transverse axis, leading to lead dislocation or fracture, followed
An artificial vision system is presented for lie detection by analyzing face thermal image sequences.This system represents an alternative technique to the polygraph.Some of its features are: 1) it has no physical contact with the examinee, 2) it is non-intrusive, 3) it has a potential for private use, and 4) it can simultaneously analyze several p
The majority of children placed into foster care are separated from their Spoons siblings upon entering the child welfare system.Some research suggests that siblings enjoy more stable home environments and fewer behavioral problems when placed together in care.The sibling relationship may provide stability, consistency, and unconditional positive r